Yankees sign Mitch Garver as Aaron Boone comments on addition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The New York Yankees have signed catcher Mitch Garver to a minor league deal as of August 7, 2026. Manager Aaron Boone acknowledged the addition, citing Garver's experience and potential to bolster the team's depth. The Yankees have previously acquired players Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos at the trade deadline but did not secure a catcher or strengthen the bullpen until now. Garver, a 10-year veteran and 2023 World Series champion, has faced challenges at the plate this season, hitting.175 with four home runs across 126 at-bats.
- •Mitch Garver signed a minor league deal with the Yankees.
- •Aaron Boone highlights Garver's experience and success.
- •Yankees previously acquired Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos.
- •Garver has struggled this season but had a strong 2023.
- •Boone aims to integrate Garver into the team's system.
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Boone Reacts to New York Yankees Signing Former World Series Champion
"The New York Yankees made some notable additions at the trade deadline, acquiring Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos.However, they didn’t address two of their biggest needs: adding another catcher and bolstering the bullpen.On Friday, the Yankees somewhat addressed their catching need by agreeing to a minor league deal with 10-year MLB veteran and 2023 […] The post Aaron Boone Reacts to New York Yankees Signing Former World Series Champion appeared first on HEAVY.
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